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Columbus Day weekend brings big sales to Killington Resort’s Snowshed Lodge
October 8, 2014
Friday, Oct. 10-Sunday, Oct. 12. — KILLINGTON — Hosted by the Killington Ski Club at Killington Resort’s Snowshed Lodge, check out the annual Ski Swap for unbelievable deals on new and used ski and snowboard equipment. Hours: Friday, Oct. 10, 5-9 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 11 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 12, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Consignment items will…
Vermont Virtuosi presents a full array of flutes at Brandon Music
October 8, 2014
Friday, Oct. 10 at 7:30 p.m. — BRANDON — Vermont Virtuosi, Vermont’s dynamic chamber music series, continues its innovative programming with a concert for multiple flutes at Brandon Music on Friday, Oct. 10 at 7:30 p.m. The Times Argus says the ensemble, led by artistic director Laurel Ann Maurer, presents “intriguing programs expertly played.” Joining Maurer will…
Dana and Susan Robinson return to Tinmouth’s Old Firehouse
October 8, 2014
Friday, Oct. 10 at 7:30 p.m. — TINMOUTH — Dana and Susan Robinson are two guitar-playing, banjo-frailing, fiddle-sawing, and harmony-singing interpreters of the American experience. Their unique blend of contemporary songwriting and traditional Appalachian music bring to their performances a deep understanding of America’s musical heritage. Their music is a melting pot of Appalachian, British, and African…
Bluegrass Gospel Project returns to Chandler
October 8, 2014
Friday, Oct. 10 at 7 p.m. — RANDOLPH — The Bluegrass Gospel Project returns to Vermont on Oct. 10 at the Chandler Center for the Arts, Randolph, at 7 p.m. It’s one of five concerts on a four state tour this October. With roots planted in the bluegrass tradition that yield complex, inspiring music, this group has…
Vt. House candidate, Valerie Harriss hosts Pie and Ice Cream Social in Wells
October 8, 2014
Thursday, Oct. 9 at 6:30 p.m. — WELLS — Vermont House candidate Valerie Harriss is hosting a Pie and Ice Cream Social on Thursday, Oct. 9 at the Modern Woodman Hall in Wells. The event is free, open to the public and will include several types of homemade pies by local bakers. The event begins at 6:30…
Rutland County offers haunted events aplenty
October 8, 2014
OCTOBER — Is it possible that Rutland County is the most haunted county in Vermont? This October, Rutland County is full of haunted happenings! All through the month of October there are events to make your hair stand on end; here is a sample of some of the things to do: On Oct. 10, 11, 17, 18,…
Glow golf tournament and a wine tasting event benefits Lake Bomoseen water quality
October 1, 2014
Friday and Saturday, Oct. 3-4 — BOMOSEEN — The first weekend of October will be busy on Lake Bomoseen. The venue for a glow golf tournament and a wine tasting is the Prospect Point Golf Course and Harpo’s Grille on the Water. Registration starts at 6 p.m. Friday with tee offs at 6:30 p.m. Teams of four players play with carts,…
Pico Ski Club announces annual ski and snowboard swap
October 1, 2014
Oct. 3-5 — KILLINGTON — The Pico Ski Club’s annual Ski & Snowboard Swap and Sale is coming up Oct. 3-5 to the Pico Mountain Base Lodge. This annual event benefits the Pico Ski Club, including the racing programs and the more than 175 club participants, ages 6 and up. New and used skis, snowboards,…
Multi-talented artist, Johnsmith shares his gifts with Rutland
October 1, 2014
Friday, Oct. 3 at 7:30 p.m. — RUTLAND — Singer, songwriter, poet, storyteller, wordsmith - the list is impressive for Johnsmith. For the past thirty-plus years, Johnsmith has been sharing his music all across America and abroad. He has become a favorite at festivals, clubs, and house concerts alike, in addition to being a Kerrville New Folk…
Singer/songwriter, Melissa Maravell to perform at Mission Farm church
October 1, 2014
Friday, Oct. 3 at 7 p.m. — KILLINGTON — Join Melissa Maravell as she returns once again to perform a benefit concert for, and at, Church of Our Saviour in Killington on Friday, Oct. 3 at 7 p.m. Melissa sang with the New York City Opera Company for more than twenty-five years, but her first love is…
Several area organizations hold animal blessings this weekend
October 1, 2014
Oct. 4 & 5 — In honor of the Feast Day of St. Francis of Assisi, the patron saint of animals, several area organizations are holding their annual Blessing of the Animals this coming weekend. On Saturday, Oct. 4, the Lucy Mackenzie Humane Society holds an interfaith Blessing of the Animals with Pastor Bill Sheldon of…
Pet first aid class offered in Rutland, with Tundra
October 1, 2014
Saturday, Oct. 4 at 10 a.m. — RUTLAND — Tundra Spirits, a rescue organization out of New York, is holding a Pet First Aid/CPR course at 230 North Main Street (Tenneybrook Square), Rutland on Saturday, Oct. 4 from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. This course is for everyone, whether you are a first-time pet owner or experienced…
Billings Farm Pumpkin & Apple Celebration voted a Top 10 Fall Event for 2014
October 1, 2014
Oct. 4 & 5 — WOODSTOCK — Billings Farm & Museum will host its annual Pumpkin & Apple Celebration on Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 4 and 5, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Voted by the Vermont Chamber of Commerce a Top 10 Fall Event for 2014, the weekend features hands-on activities and programs, plus pumpkin and apple…
Vt. artists welcome fall visitors to their studios
October 1, 2014
Open Studio Weekend is held at sites across the state on Oct. 4 & 5 Oct. 4-5 — STATEWIDE — Leaf peepers love autumn in Vermont and traveling the state to see the brilliant show of reds, oranges and yellows shimmering in the mountains and valleys. Foliage visitors will also find artful surprises during their stay by…
Chittenden Reservoir Day set for October 4
October 1, 2014
Saturday, Oct. 4 at 10 a.m. — CHITTENDEN – Chittenden Reservoir Day, the annual cleanup and celebration of the 750 acre hydroelectric and recreational facility owned by Green Mountain Power, will be held Oct. 4 at the dam. The annual event, which includes a free barbecue, will run from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. This year…
